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Flower Delivery Across Stamford, Bourne and Market Deeping — How It Works

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:41:33 GMT

Flower Delivery Across Stamford, Bourne and Market Deeping — How It Works

If you're looking for a local florist who delivers fresh flowers across Stamford, Bourne, Market Deeping and the surrounding villages, Handover Flowers is here to help. We are a dedicated local flower delivery service covering a wide area across Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire, and we pride ourselves on delivering beautiful hand-tied bouquets personally to your door.

How to Order

Ordering is simple. You can place your order directly through our website at handoverflowers.co.uk or call us on 01778 349187 and we'll be happy to take your order over the phone. We accept orders for all occasions including birthdays, anniversaries, thank you gifts, new babies, get well soon and funeral tributes.

How Much Notice Do We Need?

We require one full day between your order and your chosen delivery date. So if you order on a Monday your flowers will be delivered on Wednesday. We recommend ordering as early as possible, particularly around busy seasonal dates like Valentine's Day, Mother's Day and Christmas.

Flower Delivery in Stamford

Stamford is one of our main delivery areas and we deliver regularly across the town and into the surrounding villages including Uffington, Barnack, Wittering, Wansford, Tallington, Ketton and many more. Whether you're sending flowers to a home, business or care home in Stamford we can help.

Flower Delivery in Bourne

We deliver flowers across Bourne and the surrounding villages including Thurlby, Baston, Langtoft, Deeping Gate and the Deepings area. Bourne is covered under our PE10 postcode delivery area and we deliver there regularly throughout the week.

Flower Delivery in Market Deeping and Deeping St James

Market Deeping and Deeping St James are popular delivery destinations for us. Both towns are well within our delivery area and we regularly send fresh bouquets to homes and businesses across the PE6 postcode. If you're looking for flower delivery in the Deepings area we can help.

What Happens When We Deliver?

We deliver your flowers personally during daytime hours Monday to Saturday. If the recipient isn't home we will attempt to leave the flowers with a neighbour. If that isn't possible and we are close enough, we will leave a note asking the recipient to call us so we can arrange a convenient redelivery time. We want to make sure your flowers arrive in perfect condition.

How Much Does Flower Delivery Cost?

Our hand-tied bouquets start from £30 and go up to around £80 depending on size and seasonal flower availability. For funeral tributes including sprays and wreaths prices vary depending on the arrangement — please call us on 01778 349187 for a personalised quote.

Our Delivery Area

As well as Stamford, Bourne and Market Deeping we deliver across a wide area including Peterborough, Spalding, Oundle, Whittlesey, Yaxley, Crowland, Thorney, Stilton, Sawtry and over 100 villages across the PE1 to PE12 postcode area. If you're unsure whether we cover your address please call us and we'll be happy to confirm.

Order Fresh Flowers for Delivery Today

To place an order visit handoverflowers.co.uk or call us on 01778 349187. We look forward to delivering something beautiful on your behalf.

Sending Flowers to a Hospital or Care Home in Peterborough — Everything You Need to Know

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:35:20 GMT

Sending Flowers to a Hospital or Care Home in Peterborough — Everything You Need to Know

Sending flowers to a loved one in hospital or a care home is one of the most thoughtful gestures you can make. A fresh bouquet can brighten a room, lift a mood and let someone know you're thinking of them during a difficult time. At Handover Flowers we regularly deliver flowers to hospitals and care homes across Peterborough and the surrounding area, and we want to make the process as easy as possible for you.

Delivering Flowers to Peterborough City Hospital

We deliver fresh flower bouquets directly to wards at Peterborough City Hospital. When placing your order please make sure you include the ward name and number for the patient you are sending to — this helps us ensure your flowers reach the right person quickly and without any fuss. If you are unsure of the ward details we recommend calling the hospital before placing your order.

Delivering Flowers to Care Homes in Peterborough and the Surrounding Area

We work regularly with care homes across our delivery area including Barchester care homes locally. We understand that delivering to a care home requires a little extra sensitivity and we always ensure our deliveries are handled with care and respect for both residents and staff.

We are also proud to work closely with Cherry Blossom, providing funeral wreaths and tributes when their clients sadly pass away. It is a privilege to support families during such a difficult time and we take great care in creating arrangements that are a fitting and beautiful tribute.

What to Include When Ordering

When ordering flowers for delivery to a hospital or care home please include the following details at checkout to help us deliver smoothly:

The full name of the patient or resident
The name of the hospital or care home
The ward name and number (for hospital deliveries)
Any additional instructions for the care home or nursing staff

A Few Things to Bear in Mind

Some hospital wards do not accept flowers, particularly intensive care units and some allergy or respiratory wards. We recommend checking with the ward before placing your order to avoid any disappointment. Most general and recovery wards are happy to receive flowers and staff are usually delighted to help brighten a patient's room.

For care home deliveries it is always worth letting the home know in advance that flowers are on their way so staff can make sure the recipient is available and the delivery goes smoothly.

Flowers That Work Well for Hospital and Care Home Deliveries

We recommend cheerful, uplifting arrangements for hospital deliveries — bright seasonal blooms, sunflowers and mixed bouquets all go down well. For care home deliveries a classic hand-tied bouquet in the recipient's favourite colours is always a lovely personal touch. If you have something specific in mind please call us on 01778 349187 and we can create a bespoke arrangement for you.

Order Flower Delivery to Peterborough City Hospital and Local Care Homes

We deliver flowers across Peterborough, Stamford, Bourne, Spalding, Market Deeping, Deeping St James and over 100 surrounding villages. We require one full day between your order and delivery, so please plan ahead where possible. To place an order visit our website or call us on 01778 349187 and we'll be happy to help.

How to Make Your Cut Flowers Last Longer

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:25:31 GMT

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How to Make Your Cut Flowers Last Longer

There's nothing better than receiving a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers, but it can be disappointing when they start to wilt after just a few days. The good news is that with a few simple steps you can keep your flowers looking fresh and vibrant for much longer. Here at Handover Flowers we deliver fresh bouquets across Peterborough, Stamford, Bourne, Spalding and the surrounding villages, and we want to make sure every arrangement lasts as long as possible once it arrives.

Trim the stems before putting them in water As soon as you receive your flowers, trim about 2-3cm off the bottom of each stem at a diagonal angle. Cutting at an angle increases the surface area of the stem, allowing the flower to drink more water. Always use a sharp pair of scissors or a knife — a blunt blade can crush the stem and restrict water flow. Try to trim the stems every couple of days to keep them drinking well.

Use clean, cool water and change it regularly Fill your vase with cool, clean water and change it every two days. Bacteria builds up quickly in flower water and is one of the main reasons bouquets die prematurely. Each time you change the water give the vase a quick rinse to remove any residue. If your bouquet came with a sachet of flower food, add it to the water as directed — it contains nutrients and antibacterial agents that genuinely help.

Remove any leaves below the waterline Any leaves sitting in the water will rot quickly and encourage bacteria to grow. Before placing your flowers in the vase, remove all leaves from the lower part of the stems so that only the stems themselves are submerged. This one simple step can significantly extend the life of your bouquet.

Keep flowers away from heat and direct sunlight Flowers last much longer in a cool environment. Avoid placing them in direct sunlight, near radiators, on top of televisions, or near fruit bowls. Fruit releases ethylene gas as it ripens which speeds up the ageing process in flowers. A cool spot out of direct light is ideal.

Keep them away from draughts Cold draughts from open windows or air conditioning can dry out petals quickly. Find a spot that's cool but sheltered for the best results.

Mist the petals Lightly misting the petals with water once a day can help keep them hydrated, particularly in warm or dry rooms. Don't soak them — just a light spray is enough.

Remove dying flowers promptly As individual flowers start to fade, remove them from the arrangement. Dying flowers release gases that speed up the wilting of the remaining blooms, so keeping the bouquet tidy actually helps the healthy flowers last longer.

Which flowers last the longest? If longevity is important to you, look out for chrysanthemums, carnations, alstroemeria and lilies — these are among the longest lasting cut flowers and can stay fresh for two weeks or more with the right care. Roses and tulips are slightly more delicate but will still last well with regular water changes and cool conditions.

At Handover Flowers we take great care in selecting fresh seasonal blooms for every order. Our bouquets are hand-tied and delivered personally across Peterborough, Stamford, Bourne, Spalding, Market Deeping, Deeping St James, Oundle and over 100 surrounding villages. If you'd like to order a fresh bouquet for delivery please visit our website or call us on 01778 349187.

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Florist Choice Lockdown Special Bouquet

PAR002_123@heg.com — Tue, 24 Nov 2020 11:51:14 GMT

Free Delievery in the local area

In these strange times Handover Flowers want to help you to put a Smile on someones face or buy Flowers for your own home. Our Florist Choice Bouquet brings you a cost effective way to say it with flowers.

£17.50 Inc Free Delievery in the local area

Our Everyday bouquets now stocked at Glinton Nisa Shop

PAR002_123@heg.com — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 10:19:31 GMT

We Now Supply Our Everyday Bouquet to Glinton Nisa

For people who need to grab some flowers in a hurry, we now supply our Everyday Bouquets to the Glinton Nisa stores .

Ideal for when you are in a rush or need a bouquet at the last minute. We are pleased to work alongside Glinton Nisa and welcome other convenience stores who want to supply local people with Everyday Bouquets .

Visit www.handoverflowers.co.uk or give us a call on 01778 349187 .

The Key To Referrals : Say It With Flowers

PAR002_123@heg.com — Fri, 29 May 2020 10:14:35 GMT

Customer Satisfaction : The Key To Referrals

If customer satisfaction is a short-term win, customer loyalty is the long-term goal. Loyal customers will spend more with your company over their lifetime. They will recommend you to family and friends.

Word of mouth is the best form of advertising and the most cost effective. A simple way to say thank you for your custom and enhance the peak end value is To Say It with Flowers.

Flowers will transcend all customers.

Men think they are great, they can give them to their partners, wife’s, girlfriends, even good old mum, which involves them in the process of buying the car. Female buyers just love them, at Handover flowers we find a gift not associated with cars is more personal.

Saying it with flowers gives you a cost-effective personal touch that builds your reputation as a company that cares.

Making The Vehicle Handover A Memorable Experience For Your Customers

PAR002_123@heg.com — Thu, 28 May 2020 14:28:24 GMT

Bringing the Peak-End Value to your customers

Making The Vehicle Handover A Memorable Experience For Your Customers

How the experience ends matters and it matters disproportionately. The most important thing to remember is the peak end rule- the strongest impact is often at the end of the experience .

The peak-end rule suggests people judge an experience based on its highest point and what occurs at the end rather than viewing it as a whole. Retailers could benefit from making the vehicle handover as special and memorable as possible to maximise the chances of leaving the customer with a highly favourable impression.

All our Bouquets are handmade giving you that personal touch.Our flowers are seasonal and suit the time of the year beautifully.

Visit www.handoverflowers.co.uk

The 7 Best Reasons to Send Flowers To Your Loved Ones

PAR002_123@heg.com — Thu, 28 May 2020 12:23:42 GMT

Private Clients : Say it with Flowers

Regardless of The Occasion Let The Flowers Do Your Talking

The 7 Best Reasons to Send Flowers To Your Loved Ones

To express your love. ... Whether you are sending flowers to your loved ones, a wife, a husband, a parent or a friend, doing so is a perfect way to express your love. Flowers are for everyone and not just for lovers or spouses either. Flowers are a perfect way of saying that you love them and make them believe that they are important in your life.

To make someone smile. ... Did you see your partner or friend sad and feeling lonely? Send them flowers right away. Flowers cherish everyone and they can make someone smile in no time. The blossoms and the sweet fragrance that flowers behold can change anyone’s mood and make them feel good.

To apologise. ... If you had a falling out with someone you loved and finding it difficult to say “I’m sorry,” send them flowers. Apologising every time with words can be difficult even when you know that you are wrong. Sending flowers can act as a gesture to apologise and open up a few lines and communicate again.

To show sympathy. ... There are times when you don’t know what to say when something bad happens. When your loved ones go through accidents, or a death or something that makes them feel sad, you can send flowers to express your sympathy.

To show kindness. .. .We’ve all wanted the world to be kind and heard about random acts of kindness. Pick a loved one in your contact list on your phone; it can be your colleague, your sister, brother or anyone you adore and send them a bunch of flowers. Imagine how good they will feel about the gift.

To celebrate. ... Is your friend’s birthday coming up? Or, maybe someone in your family is going to get engaged. Is your parent’s anniversary coming up? Flowers are a perfect gift for any kind of celebration and they are a great way to celebrate the little things in life

To uplift someone. ... Sometimes words can’t say it all and this is when flowers can bring warmth and comfort in someone’s lives. Considering sending flowers to anyone who requires some sort of emotional support right now and see how it’ll boost their morale and bring positivity in their lives.

They say a picture paints a thousand words ,so what better way than sending a living picture of flowers and let them say it for you .

Order your flowers on the private clients page : https://www.handoverflowers.co.uk/private-clients